London Set for 34°C Heatwave: Are Your Cooling Systems Ready for Monday? 

As temperatures in London are forecast to soar to 34°C on Monday 30 June, businesses across Greater London and the UK are being urged to review their cooling strategies now. With prolonged heat expected throughout the day, particularly between 13:00 and 19:00 based on current reports, the impact of the heatwave on operations, staff well-being, and sensitive equipment could be significant. 

Andrews Sykes, the UK’s leading provider of temporary AC hire, has already seen a sharp rise in demand across commercial sectors. The reason is simple: preparation is critical. 

What’s the Risk When the Heat Hits 34°C? 

While most businesses anticipate summer peaks, few are truly prepared for extreme temperature spikes. The forecast for Monday is not just hot. It represents a level of heat that could trigger operational disruption, especially in urban areas where internal building temperatures often exceed outdoor readings. 

Sectors most at risk include: 

• Data centres and server rooms: Overheating can lead to immediate hardware failure or performance throttling. 
• Office environments: Without adequate air conditioning, staff productivity drops and health risks increase. 
• Event venues and hospitality spaces: Crowded, poorly ventilated spaces can become unsafe. 
• Construction sites and industrial units: Heat-related illness and safety incidents become more likely. 

Emergency Cooling Hire: Why Speed Matters 

Once a heatwave starts, demand for portable air conditioning hire surges dramatically. This often leaves late responders facing limited stock, slower delivery times or the need to make do with underpowered equipment. 

At Andrews Sykes, we specialise in rapid-response emergency air conditioning with: 

• Same-day and next-day delivery across Greater London, depending on demand 
• A wide range of portable AC units, evaporative coolers and spot coolers 
• Engineers available to assess and deploy custom cooling solutions for complex sites 

Waiting until your building overheats is too late. Enquiring now means equipment is on-site before the temperature peaks. 

PAC 14 Series 5 QC portable air conditioner 

Facilities & Operations Teams: Your Pre-Heatwave Checklist 

To prepare for Monday’s high of 34°C and continued heat into July, ask yourself: 

• Are your existing air conditioning systems operating at full efficiency? 
• Have you planned for equipment redundancy or failure? 
• Are temporary structures, cabins or loading bays adequately cooled? 
• Do you have a contingency plan for staff or customer areas in case of AC breakdown? 
• Have you arranged for emergency cooling hire in advance? 

Why Choose Andrews Sykes? 

With decades of experience in heatwave response support, we understand the urgency and complexity of delivering cooling at scale. From multi-site deployments to niche equipment for temperature-critical assets, we are trusted by: 

• Commercial property managers 
• Facilities management teams 
• Event organisers 
• Healthcare facilities 
• Retail chains 
• Logistics and warehousing businesses 

Our 24/7 support, national coverage and unmatched fleet availability make us the first call when temperatures rise unexpectedly. 

Final Word 

The 34°C forecast for Monday 30 June is a clear warning. Do not leave your operations vulnerable to the effects of extreme heat. With a surge in demand already underway, now is the time to secure your portable air conditioning units or emergency cooling solutions. 

Act now to beat the rush. Contact Andrews Sykes today for rapid deployment and expert support.